clutch bag

noun

Definition of clutch bagnext
as in purse

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Recent Examples of clutch bag Dua and Callum did not disappoint, emerging on Sunday afternoon for the shindig, with Dua wearing a sheer white Chloé dress and carrying a swan clutch bag. — Rebecca Cope, Vogue, 8 June 2026 All purses, bags or containers larger than a small clutch bag. — Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 31 Mar. 2026 She was elegantly dressed in a cream coat dress adorned with delicate embroidery, paired with matching heels and a coordinating clutch bag. — Stephanie Giang-Paunon , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2025 At the tournament, Lohan appeared to wear a light pink Chanel printed mini dress from the fashion house’s 1996 runway collection with a black Chanel clutch bag. — Escher Walcott, People.com, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for clutch bag
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clutch bag
  1. purse
  2. bag
  3. pocketbook
  4. wallet
  5. handbag
Noun
  • When collapsed, the lightweight bottle is compact enough to fit into any small purse or coat pocket.
    — Lara Kramer, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Second, purses have to be way down, with just a $250-$300 million investment.
    — Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of purse
Noun
  • The ball hit the bag and shot into the air, allowing the Angels’ fifth run to score.
    — Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Rather than chasing an entirely new hero product, the company has taken the design language and consumer learning from The New York, one of its bestselling and most recognisable bags, and developed another style around it.
    — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of bag
Noun
  • Then, with the aid of a good pocketbook on plant identification, look for preferred food types.
    — Tom Huggler, Outdoor Life, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The findings suggest Republicans have opportunities to strengthen their position by focusing on specific pocketbook and healthcare concerns as voters prepare to decide control of Congress.
    — Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of pocketbook
Noun
  • Bridegan’s body was left splayed in the street, with his car, wallet, wristwatch and other personal items untouched, according to police.
    — Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Specialty clothing or footwear designed for athletic activity or protective use and accessory items like jewelry, handbags, luggage, umbrellas, wallets and watches are not included in the sales tax exemption.
    — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of wallet
Noun
  • Led by members of the Fendi family for much of its history, the company became known for its decades-long collaboration with German designer Karl Lagerfeld and such influential handbags as the Baguette and the Peekaboo.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Right on time, Quince dropped designer-lookalike totes, shoulder bags, and handbags in the must-have shades of the upcoming season.
    — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of handbag

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“Clutch bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clutch%20bag. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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